Avalon La Petite-R Manual

INSTALLATION AND SERVICE
MANUAL FOR AVALON
La Petite-R
Manufactured by:
Cafection Enterprises Inc.
2355, Dalton, Quebec, (Quebec) G1P 3S3 Canada
Tel.: [phone] Fax: [phone]
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Table of Contents
1 INTRODUCTION ..............................................................................................................................5
2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS................................................................................................................6
3 WARRANTY.....................................................................................................................................7
3.1 Warranty Policy ............................................................................................................. 7
3.2 Returning Products .......................................................................................................7
3.3 Returned Product Procedures......................................................................................8
4 REFERENCE DRAWINGS...............................................................................................................9
4. 1 External View..................................................................................................................9
4. 2 Rear View......................................................................................................................10
4. 3 Internal View................................................................................................................. 11
4.4 Membrane Keypad .......................................................................................................12
4.5 Brewer Assembly .........................................................................................................13
4.6 Brewing Process..........................................................................................................14
4.7 Hot Water Tank .............................................................................................................15
4. 8 Main Board (PCB).........................................................................................................16
4.8.1 Main Board (PCB) Descriptions.................................................................17
5 CONTROLS & FEATURES............................................................................................................18
5.1 Features & Benets .....................................................................................................18
5.2 Specications...............................................................................................................19
5.3 Automatic Safety Features.......................................................................................... 20
5.4 Brewing Instructions ...................................................................................................21
6 INITIAL SETUP .............................................................................................................................. 22
6.1 Installation site requirements .....................................................................................22
6.1.1 Clearances ...................................................................................................23
6.2 Unpacking.....................................................................................................................24
6.3 Levelling the Equipment..............................................................................................25
6.4 Hot WaterTank Preparation ........................................................................................25
6.4.1 Tank Lid Preparation...................................................................................25
6.4.2 Adjusting the Tank Overow Float ............................................................ 26
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6.5 Water Line Connection ......................................................................................... 26
6.6 Electrical Connection ........................................................................................... 27
6.7 Water Temperature................................................................................................ 28
6.8 Loading Products.................................................................................................. 29
6.9 Chute System Installation .................................................................................... 30
6.10 Filter Paper Installation ........................................................................................ 31
6.11 Installation Testing................................................................................................ 32
7 SERVICE SOFTWARE............................................................................................................ 33
7.1 Conguration......................................................................................................... 33
7.1.1 Dictionnary ........................................................................................... 34
7.2 Product Conguration.......................................................................................... 34
7.3 Counter Display ................................................................................................................... 39
7.4 Counter Tracking Sheet........................................................................................ 40
7.5 Setting Tracking Sheet ......................................................................................... 41
7.6 Programming chart............................................................................................... 42
7.6.1 Which Coffee to Use ............................................................................ 42
8 CLEANING AND SANITIZING................................................................................................ 43
8.1 Cleaning and Sanitizing Instructions.................................................................. 43
8.2 Recommended Cleaning Tools............................................................................ 43
8.3 Cleaning and Sanitizing Schedule....................................................................... 44
8.4 Overall Cleaning.................................................................................................... 45
8.5 Exterior Cleaning .................................................................................................. 45
8.5.1 Cleaning the Drip Tray ......................................................................... 45
8.5.2 Emptying the Waste Bin ...................................................................... 46
Frequency: Daily or every 200 cycles* ......................................................... 46
8.6 Interior Parts Cleaning & Sanitizing.................................................................... 47
8.6.1 Coffee canisters ................................................................................... 47
8.6.2 Soluble Canisters................................................................................. 48
8.6.3 Coffee Brewer....................................................................................... 49
8.6.4 Fan......................................................................................................... 50
9 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE .............................................................................................. 51
9.1 Preventive Maintenance Schedule (PM) ............................................................ 51
9.2 Brewer Assembly .................................................................................................. 52

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9.3 Water Outlet Valves......................................................................................................53
9.4 Hot Water Tank .............................................................................................................54
10 SERVICING PARTS .......................................................................................................................55
10.1 Draining the Hot Water Tank .......................................................................................55
10.2 Shutdown / Storage .....................................................................................................56
10.2.1Storing the Brewer Assembly .................................................................... 56
10.3 Brewer Assembly ........................................................................................................57
10.4 Microcontroller (EPROM) ............................................................................................58
10.5 Main Board....................................................................................................................59
10.6 Keypad Membrane .......................................................................................................59
11 TROUBLESHOOTING ...................................................................................................................60
11.1 Error Appearing on the LCD Screen ..........................................................................60
11.2 Other Message Possibilities on the LCD Screen ...................................................... 61
11.3 Particular Cases...........................................................................................................62
Annex 1 Full maintenance schedule ............................................................................................63
Annex 2 Monthly maintenance schedule.....................................................................................64
Annex 3 Weekly maintenance schedule ......................................................................................65

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Introduction
1 INTRODUCTION
Cafection manufactures the AVALON La Petite-R Brewer based on its original Avalon single-
cup technology and is complemented with the coffee of your choice!
The Avalon family of brewers are designed and engineered based on Cafection’s 35
years experience in the ofce Coffee Service industry. This convenient, reliable and user
friendly system assures fresh-tasting gourmet coffee, delicious hot chocolate and succulent
cappuccinos whipped to perfection, every time, any time.
The AVALON La Petite-R brewer offers 2 choices of coffee that can be mixed with soluble
products upon request as well as gourmet hot chocolate, french vanilla and hot water.
All products are available in 2 adjustable cup sizes;
Small and Large; from 7 to 18 oz.
In the following pages, you will nd clearly illustrated and easy-to-follow instructions regarding:
- Safety Instructions
- Reference Drawings
- Controls and Features
- Initial Setup
- Service Software
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Preventive Maintenance
- Servicing Parts
- Troubleshooting
BEFORE YOU START
These brewers have been manufactured to comply with the highest sanitation, safety and
performance standards. To maintain this degree of safety and performance, it is important that
the installation and maintenance be performed in accordance with the recommendations made
in this service manual. Any changes to the construction or wiring can be hazardous to the user.
The brewer must not be altered in any way and only genuine replacement parts from Cafection
must be used for the preventive maintenance and repair.
This document refers to the specications, parameters and user interface
of the AVALON La Petite-R Brewer and may differ from the previous Avalon
models.
The steps outlined in “Initial Set-Up” of this manual must be completed
before plugging in the Brewer!!!

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2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Basic safety precautions should always be followed when using electrical appliances. Read all
instructions before using this brewing equipment.
Food-Contact Parts
We recommend that you clean and sanitize all food-contact parts prior to installation and use.
See the cleaning and sanitizing section for more details
Warnings
To minimize the risk of re or electric shock, do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture.
Do not immerse this equipment in water; it could lead to electric shock or other malfunctions.
Do not use this equipment other than for its intended use.
This equipment contains hot water; extreme caution must be used when moving it.
This brewing equipment is intended for indoor installation only.
Power supply
Always use a grounded 120V AC 60Hz socket outlet rated for 15A service.
Each brewing equipment must have its own electrical outlet, on a dedicated circuit.
Extension cords must not be used.
This equipment is equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (one blade wider than the
other). Only use this plug with an outlet in which the prongs can be fully inserted. Avoid any exposure of
the prongs on the polarized plug.
Disconnect the equipment if:
Damage is done to the power cord;
The equipment doesn’t work properly;
The temperature of the power cord or plug increases dramatically during use;
Unusual conditions occur.
Safety Instructions
FAILURE TO COMPLY CAN CAUSE EQUIPMENT DAMAGE, FIRE OR SEVERE
BODY INJURY.

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Warranty
3 WARRANTY
Procedures and Conditions for Goods Returned
All warranty claims and products returns processed by our technical department is available Monday
through Friday from 8:30 to 16:30 eastern time or alternatively by email [email protected]
3.1 Warranty Policy
Cafection provides a warranty period as follow unless otherwise conrmed in writing:
· All parts in contact with water (release valve, heating element, thermostat, probe, valve
· water inlet and tank eet) 3 months after the invoice date.
· All other parts of the coffee brewer: 12 months from the invoice date.
The warranty covers any malfunction due to manufacturing defects and does not cover defects
resulting from negligence, improper installation or misuse of the product or equipment failure due to
excessive mineral deposits or the quality of local water. Any damage, alteration of serial #, date or
codes will void the warranty.
Obtaining a Return Merchandise Authorization number (RMA)
Before obtaining a return number, you should rst contact our Technical Department to discuss the
disruption and conrm that the product should be returned for further testing.
You will need to provide the following information:
· Company name and contact;
· Invoice #, product #;
· Quantity;
· Serial #;
· Detailed description of the problem.
Our Technical Department will then send you a return form with an RMA number and product (s)
authorized for return.
The return numbers are valid for 30 days after the date issued. Any RMA number over 30 days must
be revalidated with our Technical Department.
3.2 Returning Products
After obtaining a RMA number, you must ship the product or products to the following address:
Cafection Enterprises Inc.
Attn: Service Department
2355 Dalton
Quebec (Quebec) G1P 3S3
Canada

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Warranty
The return shipping charges will be assumed by us for products guaranteed (only under authorization of the
Technical Department). If we paid for the transportation and the product is not covered under warranty, you will
be charged back the freight.
All products must be packaged carefully to avoid damage during transportation. Whenever possible, please
use the original packaging. Any product damaged in transit or received in unsatisfactory conditions will not be
covered by the warranty.
Cafection will not be held responsible for any loss or damage incurred during shipment.
All products must be accompanied by the return form with the valid return number and the return number must
be clearly indicated on the outside of the package.
3.3 Returned Product Procedures
The RMA number does not guarantee the product will be accepted under guarantee.
Depending on the nature of the problem, after testing the defective product, we will authorize the repair or
replacement by identical or equivalent specications. It will then be determined whether there will be full or partial
refund of the product.
If the product is no longer covered under warranty or returned damaged, we can get your item repaired or
replaced at a price that will be determined depending on the product.
If the product is returned in unsatisfactory conditions, it will be subject to management fees of $35 and the
guarantee may be refused.
All returned products involving no malfunction will be subject to administrative fees and test of $35, plus
the freight charges associated with the return.
Advance Replacement
You can also request an advance replacement. In this case, it will be necessary to send an order for the
anticipated replacement and follow the procedure explained above to return the defective product. You will
receive an invoice for the advance replacement.
After testing, if the product is found defective, we will send you a credit.
Cafection is committed to providing prompt and efcient service and an excellent customer service. Our intention is to process all
returns within 15 days after the date of receipt to ensure the ongoing satisfaction of our customers.
Last update, March 2010, G.A.
Cafection Enterprises Inc
2355, Dalton
Quebec, (Quebec) G1P 3S3 Canada
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail order@cafection
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4 REFERENCE DRAWINGS
4. 1 External View
Reference Drawings
Drip Tray Grill Drip Tray
Light
Dispensing Nozzle
Membrane Keypad
Message Display
(LCD)
Door Lock
Metal door
Plastic front
(Fascia)
Metal Top Lid
Back Splash

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4. 2 Rear View
Reference Drawings
Water Tank
Outlets
valves
Overow cup
Water Inlet
Breaker Box
Back Panel
Level glides
Overow Tray
Water tank access
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4. 3 Internal View
Reference Drawings
Filter Paper
Soluble Mixing
Chamber
Brewer
Waste Basket
Main Board
(See P. 16)
Front
Panel
Fan
Soluble Canisters
Coffee
Canisters
Spout
Soluble Products
#1 and #2
Coffee
Hot Water

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Reference Drawings
4.4 Membrane Keypad
The user-friendly membrane keypad buttons are clear
and simple:
1. Place your cup
2. Choose a size
3. Choose a beverage
4. Choose your strength
5. Press Start to brew
The LCD will indicate the steps and communicate messages.

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Reference Drawings
4.5 Brewer Assembly
The platinum brewing system is in a class of it’s own in the single cup coffee business and is
specically designed for Avalon units. Its vacuum extraction process, joined with a high quality lter
paper, brews a coffee of unsurpassed quality to meet the taste prole of the most discerning coffee
drinkers. Best of all, this is available for every cup of coffee at any time of day. See the following page
for the description of the brewing process.
Brew chamber
Cylinder
Coffee Exit
Aluminum frame
Wheel
Serial number
Brewer funnel
Yoke
Cam (behind)
Piston

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4.6 Brewing Process
Reference Drawings
Step 1 Ascent of the piston
The ground coffee and the water are dispensed into the
brew chamber during the ascension of the piston. This
compresses the air in the cylinder and forces it through
the coffee mixture in the brew chamber thereby agitating
the brewing coffee.
Step 2 Pauses
Once the piston has reached its top dead point, it will pause to
allow the coffee to brew to the appropriate strength. There will
be one shot of water before the descent to rinse the chamber.
Step 3 Descent of the piston
The descent of the piston will create a vacuum thereby extracting
the coffee from the grounds through the lter paper and into the
cylinder. One last pause will be made to allow all the coffee to drip
from the brew chamber.
Step 4 Product delivery
The piston follows its course heading to its low dead point.
Distribution of coffee through the spout begins once the piston is
below the coffee exit. Meanwhile, the brew chamber lifts to allow
the paper to advance thereby discarding the spent grounds into
the waste chute.
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Reference Drawings
4.7 Hot Water Tank
Overow exit
Water Float
Thermostat Probe
Heating Element
Water Tank Lid
Water Level Switch
Water Safety Switch
Tank
Valve exit

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Reference Drawings
The equipment should always be unplugged from the
electrical outlet before servicing any components
within this main board assembly.
This is a schematic reference drawing only. Not to
scale.
Switch identication
4. 8 Main Board (PCB)
J11 - MDB port - Coinchanger / bill acceptor
J12 - Expansion #2 - Thermostat board
J10 -
Numeric Input
J24 -
LCD Display
J16 -
Keypad Membrane
J14 - N/A
J18 - 24V
Output
J6 - 24V DC Output
J12 - 120V
Input
J19 - 120V
Output
HIGH VOLTAGE AREA
J3 - 24V AC Input
Reset
Microcontroller
SN #
J8 - LED
J27 - 24V
Output
SW1 - Counter
SW2 - Setup
Toggle switches

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4.8.1 Main Board (PCB) Descriptions
Interactive switches and buttons
1. Reset Button (Red)
Pressing this button initializes the 3 Bean
Brewer (same as the on/off switch)
2. Counter Button (SW1) White
Pressing this button gives you access to the tally
counter data.
3. Setup Button (SW2) Black
Allows access to the product and brewer software
parameters.
4. Free Vend Switch (SW3)
ON, this switch allows users to have free
beverages.
5. Brewer Switch (SW4)
ON, the switch lifts the brewer head to allow the
lter paper replacement. The switch must be in
the OFF position for default user mode. This will
reset the waste bin counter if activated.
6. Ingredient Switch (SW5)
Allows the neutralization of the ingredient
dispensing motors. At OFF, the motors will not
dispense ingredients.
7. Water Switch (SW6)
Allow the neutralization of the 3 water dispensing
valves. At OFF, the valves will not dispense water.
Interactive switches and buttons Green LEDs
The green leds will illuminate to indicate the
alarm that has been triggered.
DS18 - Drip tray overow
DS13 - Cam switch
DS14 - Filter paper required if OFF
DS15 - Water level switch ON
DS19 - Water level switch OFF
DS16 - N/A
DS17 - N/A
DS20 - N/A
DS25 - N/A
DS27 - N/A
DS26 - N/A
DS24 - N/A
DS23 - N/A
Red LEDs
The red leds will illuminate to indicate
the part is in use.
DS2 - Coffee #1 motor
DS3 - Coffee #2 motor
DS4 - Soluble #1 motor
DS5 - Soluble #2 motor
DS6 - Coffee hot water
DS7 - Soluble hot water
DS21 - Chute Solenoïde
DS22 - Brewer motor
DS10 - Inlet valve
DS8 - Hot water
DS9 - Brewer motor
DS12 - N/A
DS11 - Grinder
DS29 - Whipper
DS31 - Coffee #3
Reference Drawings

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Control & Features
5 CONTROLS & FEATURES
5.1 Features & Benets
We understand the need for individuality, that’s why we offer you all the possibilities, and you choose the
coffee - whether you prefer organic coffee, big brand names or locally roasted coffee, that choice is yours
with Avalon.
FEATURE BENEFIT
Electronically adjustable settings and features
Adjust the brewing settings to suit your customer’s
taste prole and the brand of coffee they have
chosen
2 coffee selections Offer 2 different coffee varieties or 2 different
brands, all in one unit.
Multi-pricing capabilities Suit all your consumers’ needs - free vend,
vending.
2 premium soluble selections Experience Hot Chocolate, Mokaccino and Café
Latté whipped to perfection anytime a day.
State of the art brewing technology
The brewing system is in a class of it’s own in the
single cup business offering an unsurpassed
coffee beverage quality to meet the taste prole of
the best coffee connoisseurs.
Interface
Brewing steps and selection buttons are well
identied to guide the user through the ordering
process.
Service software
Allows the Operator to control features of the
machines, diagnostic messages and keep track
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5.2 Specications
Beverage Selections
· 2 coffee selections
· Hot chocolate
· French Vanilla / Cappuccino
· Café Latte (Coffee of your choice + French Vanilla)
· Mokaccino (Coffee of your choice + Hot Chocolate)
· Hot water
Coffee and Soluble Capacities
Coffee canister : 1,25 lbs
Soluble canister : 2,5 lbs
Total 2.5 lbs of coffee = 110 cup capacity
Total 5 lbs of soluble = 185 cup capacity
Machine Dimensions Optional Stand Dimensions Total Dimensions
Height: 27” 31’’ 58’’
Width: 11.5” 24’’ 35.5’’
Depth: 22” 26’’ 48’’
Weight: 75 lbs
Water Tank
Capacity: 0.8 gallon us (3.0 l)
Water valves: 1 simple valve ; 1 double valve
Heating element:1250 watts
Electrical requirements
110 VAC
15 A circuit
60 Hz
INTENDED FOR INDOOR USE ONLY

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5.3 Automatic Safety Features
There are various safety mechanisms on this brewing equipment to prevent a machine malfunction
resulting in material damages.
Water Level Switch and Heater Safety Switch
The water level switch and the heater safety switch work together to ensure that the heating element is
deactivated if there is insufcient water in the tank. The water level switch is controlled by a oat and will
shut off the inlet valve when the tank is full. If the level in the tank gets too low, the heater safety switch
will be triggered and the heating element will be turned off.
Overow Switch
If the water were to boil, the tank water would go into the overow cup and all machine functions would
be turned off. This is a fatal error. This could also be triggered if the oat in the tank was defective or if
the machine was moved while the tank was full. The unit would appear Off.
Overow Drip Tray
This will be triggered if the drip tray is full or if something is leaking inside the unit. This will deactivate the
water inlet valve thereby preventing the element to heat. The unit would indicate “Drip tray full’.
Software Safety Features
At the time of the rst tank ll, the water inlet valve will close after 4.5 minutes of continuous demand.
This is the amount of time necessary to completly ll the tank. After the initial tank ll, the inlet valve will
close after 20 seconds of continuous demand. This safety mechanism is designed to prevent water from
owing continuously into the machine due to a mechanical malfunction. The unit will indicate “Low water
level”
If the low water level switch is triggered but not the heater safety switch, the element will automatically be
shut off. This is in the event of a mechanical failure of the heater safety switch.